President Trump plans to sign an order directing the dismantling of the Education Department, an unprecedented move in U.S. history. This decision, potentially signed within days, could ignite a power struggle with Congress, as the department was established through legislative action. Opponents, including the American Federation of Teachers, warn that eliminating the department would critically harm federal support for underprivileged students. Trump's comments reflect a desire to abolish the agency entirely, stirring fierce opposition and anticipated legal challenges, given the department's required role in distributing essential federal funds.
Mr. Trump's order was expected to spark another legal fight for the administration, which is already embroiled in multiple lawsuits over actions in its first six weeks.
Any attempt by the Trump administration or Congress to gut these programs would be a grave mistake, and we will fight them tooth and nail, said Randi Weingarten, president of the union.
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